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‘More Private Intimate Occasions’ – Five-Time Grand Slams Winner Maria Sharapova Once Talked About How Her Ex-Boyfriend Grigor Dimitrov Should Ask Her for Marriage
The Russian champion player Maria Sharapova once talked about how her ex-boyfriend, Grigor Dimitrov, should propose to her marriage.
‘I Thought It Was Very Shady’ – Andy Roddick’s Wife, Brooklyn Decker, Once Detailed How He Forced His Attorney to Call Her Just to Meet Her for the First Time
Decker, in one of her interviews, revealed an instance where Andy Roddick had his lawyer call her so that he could finally catch up with her.
‘A Slap in the Face’ – Australian Minister Shuts Down Novak Djokovic’s Grand Comeback Hopes With a Fierce Statement
In one of the interviews, the Australian minister puts a full stop to Novak Djokovic and his return by saying this about his Visa overturn.
“The Coolest Is Novak” – Russian-Born Kazakhstan Tennis Player Praises 21- Time Grand Slam Winner Novak Djokovic as a ‘Great’ Player
In an interview, a Russian-born Kazakhstan player hailed the 21-time Grand Slam winner, Novak Djokovic, as an extraordinary player.
Russian Star Daniil Medvedev Vows To Avenge Two Painful Losses to Rafael Nadal in the Near Future: ‘I Want To Beat Everyone…’
The former US Open champion, Daniil Medvedev opens up about his biggest rival on the tennis court before his semifinal match at the Astana Open.
“I’m Still Waiting for the News for My Ban to…” – Novak Djokovic Gives a Massive Update on His Australian Open Participation
In one of his earlier interviews, Novak Djokovic disclosed an important update on his participation in the next year’s Australian Open.
‘If You Say Something Regretful’- American Tennis Legend Andre Agassi Advises Players Such as Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic
In a recent interview, the eight-time Grand Slam winner Andre Agassi talked about Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic's issues.
‘Don’t Even Think That I’m 70’- When Arnold Schwarzenegger Reveled in Joy After Hitting the Tennis Court With Wheelchair Legend Dylan Alcott
There was an occasion when Arnold Schwarzenegger shared the court with the Australian wheelchair tennis star Dylan Alcott.
‘I Was Kind of Hiding Inside My House’- Naomi Osaka Explains Her Emotions After Olympic Medalist Michael Phelps’ Comments Drew Media Attention on to Her
Recently, in one of her interviews, the four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka spoke about her struggles in terms of her mental health.
‘I Got Nothing but Hate and Malice’- Jailed Tennis Star Boris Becker Says He and His Family Have Been Mistreated
Back in the year 2020, the six time Grand Slam winner, Boris Becker said that he and his family were attacked unnecessarily with racist actions.
‘Most Unpopular Players in the Locker Room..’- Maria Sharapova Was Once Slammed for Her Attitude by Jailed Tennis Icon Boris Becker
On the other hand, German tennis legend and former world No. 1 Boris Becker was seen criticizing Maria Sharapova for her behavior.
‘Sporting Equivalent of Being at a Friend’s Funeral’ – Jim Courier Articulates What Rafael Nadal Means to Roger Federer
American tennis legend Jim Courier reacted to the emotions of Rafael Nadal during Roger Federer's retirement at the 2022 Laver Cup.
About Australian Open
Australian Open: Latest News, Results and Records
The Australian Open is the youngest of all the Grand Slams, having first started in 1905.
The tournament holds the record for the highest attendance at a Grand Slam event, where 743,667 people attended during the 2018 edition of the Australian Open. It also has the honor of being the first Grand Slam tournament to feature indoor play during wet weather or extreme heat.
There are three main courts, the Rod Laver Arena, the Melbourne Arena and the Margaret Court Arena. Aside from that, they have courts 7 to 15 and even court 19 and 20. The tournament first became open to all from 1969 onwards, a year after the remaining 3 did so.
Records
Novak Djokovic is the most successful player of the Australian Open in the Open era. The Serbian star has clinched eight Australian Open titles.
In the women's side of the game, Serena Williams is the most successful player with seven titles to her credit. Again, this was set in the Open era. Overall, Williams is still four behind tennis legend Margaret Court.
The youngest winner in the men's singles game was Australian player Ken Rosewall. Meanwhile, on the women's side, it was Martina Hingis. The players were 18 years, 2 months and 16 years, 4 months old respectively.
With regard to the oldest players, Rosewall bagged this crown at the aged 37 years and 2 months. However, if Roger Federer wins the Australian Open, he could overtake Rosewall. In the women's side of the game, Thelma Long was the oldest winner at 35 years and 8 months.
Australian Open 2021 Plans
The two Grand Slams held after the Australian Open 2020 saw major changes than usual. The US Open 2020 and French Open 2020 were held inside a bio-secure bubble on account of the complications arising due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The US Open 2020 was held behind closed doors, while the French Open 2020 saw just 1000 spectators allowed inside the Roland Garros fields.
Australian Open organizers are planning to allow 50 percent of the seats to be filled by fans. This is subject to government clearance. They also plan on introducing relaxations on a lot of the quarantine restrictions the players had in Paris and New York.
While the 14-day quarantine will be there on arrival at Melbourne Park, there is expected to be some freedom for players and their team members.
Australian Open 2021 is expected to be held from January 18-31, 2021.
| Edition | 108th Open Era (52nd) |
| Current Prize Money | $4.5 million (men's and women's champion) |
| Number of Entries (Main Draw) | 128 |
| Current Champions | Men's Singles - Novak Djokovic Women's Singles - Sofia Kenin Men's Doubles - Rajeev Ram/Joe Salisbury Women's Doubles - Timea Babos/Kristina Mladenovic Mixed Doubles - Barbora Krejčíková/Nikola Mektic |
| Most Titles | Men's Singles - Novak Djokovic (8) Women's Singles - Margaret Court (11) Men's Doubles - Adrian Quist (10) Women's Doubles - Thelma Coyne Long (12) Mixed Doubles - Harry Hopman, Colin Long, Daphne Akhurst Cozens, Nell Hall Hopman, Nancye Wynne Bolton, Thelma Coyne Long (4) |
